The Las Vegas Raiders will enter the 2026 NFL Draft cycle in a precarious position. They currently sit in the second overall spot on night one as Week 15 arrives, with a long list of organizational unknowns.
A difficult season has only heightened the scrutiny on the direction of the roster, the future of Pete Carroll, and the stability of the quarterback position. What is clear is that this franchise needs foundational talent at multiple positions and a clear plan for building a modern, sustainable core.
While much will change before we get to April, with scheme fit, personal evaluation, and conversations with scouts across football in mind, here is an early look at where the Raiders could go come April.